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rwanda kamajumba, rwanda coffee from rum baba coffeeroasters shop & brew-bar east

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Rwanda Kamajumba

by rum baba coffeeroasters shop & brew-bar east · amsterdam, netherlands

this is rwanda kamajumba, a washed rwanda from rum baba coffeeroasters shop & brew-bar east.

the bean

origin
rwanda
region
nyamasheke
process
washed
varietal
bourbon
roast
light
status
in stock
rwanda kamajumba is a light-roasted, washed bourbon from the nyamasheke region of rwanda, roasted by rum baba coffeeroasters. the washed process removes the fruit skin and pulp before drying, which tends to produce a clean, clearly defined cup that highlights the bean's inherent character rather than fermentation-driven fruit. bourbon is a classic arabica varietal known for balanced sweetness and delicate structure. because it's roasted light, this coffee rewards brewing methods that allow full extraction without masking subtlety, such as pour over or filter. grind medium-fine, use water around 90-93°c, and expect a cup that's precise and clean rather than heavy or syrupy.

common questions

What does Rwanda Kamajumba taste like?

as a washed bourbon roasted light, expect a clean, well-defined cup with the delicate sweetness and balanced structure typical of the bourbon varietal. the washed process keeps the flavor profile precise rather than fruit-forward or funky.

How is Rwanda Kamajumba grown and processed?

it's a bourbon varietal grown in the nyamasheke region of rwanda and processed using the washed method, meaning the cherry fruit is removed before the beans are dried, producing a clean and consistent cup.

How should I brew Rwanda Kamajumba?

the light roast suits filter-based methods like pour over or drip, where clarity and nuance come through best. use water around 90-93°c with a medium-fine grind to avoid under-extraction, which can make a light roast taste thin or sour.

about rum baba coffeeroasters shop & brew-bar east

both roasting and serving out of the same operation takes a particular kind of commitment, and rum baba on pretoriusstraat does exactly that. you're in the oost neighbourhood here, far enough from the tourist drag that the people coming through the door are mostly locals who've made a deliberate choice to be here. the roasting side of things shapes what ends up in your cup, which is a different proposition from a shop that just buys in wholesale and moves on. east amsterdam has its own unhurried pace, and this place fits that rhythm. if you get there on a weekday morning, pretoriusstraat is quiet enough that you can actually sit with whatever they're pouring and not feel rushed through it.

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